With the continuing assaults on our dairy industry by animal rights
activists, the need for proactive advocacy is greater than ever. In
response to the growing educational gap between consumers and the dairy,
Dairy Management, Inc. has
developed a great solution.

As I notice the flowers next to the barn beginning to bloom, I realize that Spring is finally here. Spring is a sign of renewal and new beginnings. Hopefully the dairy industry and milk prices will respond favorably to the new season.

It's not everyday that a professional baseball player spends part of his
off season as an intern at USDA. But that happened this past fall and
winter. Rod Bain, USDA, talks with Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Ross Ohlendorf
about his experiences.

The average person stops dreaming by age 38! How do we break that
statistic and keep the dream alive for a brighter future for our farm,
our family, and ourselves? David Okerlund, motivational speaker,
illustrates how to live life to the fullest and stay positive in a
sometimes negative world.

Our recent trip to San Antonio, Texas for the Cattle Industry Annual Convention was extremely valuable. I truly enjoyed the chance to catch up with many of you and gain your perspectives. If we weren’t able to connect in Texas, drop me a message to let me know what’s on your mind and how we can help.

If you have been confused by reports of the impact of potential climate
change legislation, you are not alone. So Bill Golden, Agricultural
Economist at Kansas State University, assembled a team to looking into
simplifying the many various reports.

Happy New Year! Hopefully 2010 will be extremely prosperous and successful for you. We at DairyCast resolve to continue to bring you the information and solutions you need to enhance your profitability. Let me know how we can help you on a daily basis by sending me a note.